USE OF MICROPHONES BY NIGERIAN SINGERS: STUDIO/STAGE ENGINEERS’ PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

This research examines issues bothering on microphone usage among Nigerian artistes, exploring the trends, preferences and their significances. As an essential component in contemporary music production and live shows, microphones have greatly impacted vocal expression, sound clarity, and stage presence; yet a good number of Nigerian artistes face challenges in using the microphone either on stage or studio. Through personal experiences, interviews, market analysis, and review of literature, this paper investigates current preferences for microphones by Nigerian music artistes, such as the use of wireless systems, vintage condenser microphones for studio sessions, and the incorporation of sophisticated sound engineering tools. It also x-rays Nigerian artistes’ ability in customizing global technologies to fit local styles. Summarily, the study portrays the microphone not only as a technical device, but as an enabler of creative identity and professionalism in the music industry, and emphasizes the effect of microphone quality on performance’s credibility, audience interaction, and overall artistic representation.